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PX08 DGZ

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,283 mi
Last recorded158,283 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 DGZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2021 158,283 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2021 158,283 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 150,874 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 150,874 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 141,716 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 133,788 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 133,788 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2017 115,793 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 101,634 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 89,356 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 77,396 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 59,667 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 59,667 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 47,735 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Forester?

Based on 456,470 MOT tests across 33,044 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,679
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
33,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,106
Registration plate lamp not working 6,977
position lamp(s) not working 6,967
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,820
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,429
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PX08 DGZ is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Forester fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX08 DGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Forester typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PX08 DGZ registered?

PX08 DGZ is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is PX08 DGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 DGZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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